Leadership Worcester

We are heartbroken by the sudden passing of Leadership Worcester alumnus Walter Jovel, Class of 2021.

Walter brought incredible positivity, kindness, and passion to everything he did. Whether talking about soccer, martial arts, food, or his deep love for the Worcester community, he had a way of making people feel connected and seen.

Through his work with the Hope Coalition and his decade of service as facilitator for the Worcester Youth Leadership Institute, Walter made a lasting impact on countless young people and on our city as a whole. His dedication to mentoring, leadership, and community building will not be forgotten.

We extend our deepest condolences to Walter’s family, friends, colleagues, and all who had the privilege to know him.

Funeral and memorial information will be shared below. ❤️

Leadership Worcester alumni were shining on stage and off tonight at the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce Annual Awards Ceremony! Congratulations to alumni Ron Waddell and Laura Marotta on being recognized, and to the many Leadership Worcester alumni who came out to celebrate, our incredible businesses making an impact across our community✨

Applications for the next class of Leadership Worcester are due THIS MONDAY.

If you’ve been thinking about applying — now’s the time.

Application Deadline: Monday
Apply now: leadershipworcester.com

Tag a future Worcester leader below or share this with someone who should apply.

Applications are due Monday for the Class of 2027! Share with someone who is looking to do more in Worcester! www.leadershipworcester.com

Last week we saw so many alumni at the Chamber’s annual Worcester Women’s Leadership Conference—including some of the speakers!! Such an inspiring day 💚💙
Special shout out to Stefanie’25 who chaired the conference committee and all the planning! 🌟

We are looking for people who live and/or work in Worcester who want to make a difference in the city! Please spread the word to anyone you think would be interested in applying. Applications are due May 25 and information can be found at www.leadershipworcester.com

Don’t miss out on the Worcester Women’s Leadership Conference on May 7!

We are two weeks away from the largest women's conference in Central Mass!

Join us for our 17th Annual Worcester Women’s Leadership Conference on May 7th, a day dedicated to empowering, connecting, and inspiring women at every stage of their leadership journey.

- Hear from dynamic and internationally renowned speakers
- Participate in thoughtful workshops and speed networking breakouts
- Build meaningful connections
- Gain tools to lead with confidence and purpose

Whether you’re an emerging leader, seasoned professional, entrepreneur, or community advocate, this conference is designed to uplift and energize you.

📅 Thursday, May 7, 2026
8:00am-4:30pm
📍 DCU Center, Worcester, MA
Register here: https://zurl.co/6OJMP

You don't want to miss this!

Our Urban Environment session brought Leadership Worcester participants out into the community to see firsthand how land use, green space, and infrastructure shape a more connected, equitable, and resilient city.

From city parks to water systems to conservation efforts, this day was all about understanding how thoughtful planning and strong partnerships create healthier communities—for everyone.

Huge thanks to our incredible session designers, speakers, and partners who shared their expertise and opened our eyes to the impact of environmental stewardship right here in Worcester.

Definitely a reason to celebrate Creative Hub Worcester ribbon cutting!!! 🙌👏👏👏